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How Businesses Use Ultramodern Tech in Niche Ways

Innovative solutions that leverage automation in marketing, retailing, and transportation yield gains for companies ranging from PODS moving and storage to VenHub’s self-operating convenience stores.

Small Businesses Offering Customizable Gift Baskets

These small businesses demonstrate how well-crafted, personalized gift baskets can increase engagement, enhance the customer experience, and drive repeat sales.

Business Lessons From Hallmark Christmas Movies

From struggling Christmas tree farms to bakeries on the brink of closure, the challenges felt by the small businesses at the center of these movies offer business lessons to all.

A Guide to Employee Record Retention

Employee recordkeeping requirements vary by business type and location. Here's how you can stay compliant and protect sensitive data.

Family Businesses Are Growing and Planning for the Future

Many family-owned businesses are also small businesses, and two new surveys reveal how they’re planning for the future.

Nate Berkus On Growing His Brand the ‘Simply Imperfect’ Way

Interior designer Nate Berkus offers entrepreneurs advice on growing their personal brands for long-term success and scalability through authenticity.

What Is an Annual Report, and How Do You File It?

Many states require businesses to file an annual report to stay in good standing. Here’s what to include and how to stay compliant.

How to Write an Emergency Preparedness Plan

Every business owner should prepare for the next big emergency. Learn how to write an emergency preparedness plan using these seven steps.

How to Issue Form 1099

Streamline tax season by deciding how you’ll complete and send 1099s to your contractors.

How BelliWelli’s Viral Content Broke Through the Crowded Gut Health Market to Amass a Devoted Following

Quirky and culturally resonant TikTok videos talking with customers and celebrities about its products helped the digestive health brand drive a huge revenue jump just two years after launch.